Harry Kane and Leah Williamson unveil new mural in Greenwich to inspire next generation of footballers
By Claudia Lee
England football team captains, Harry Kane and Leah Williamson unveiled a new mural at the TOCA Social venue at The O2 in Greenwich last Thursday.
Created by a team of British artists from street art collective, MurWalls, the graffiti-style mural which features both Kane and Williamson stands over 12ft tall.
Harry Kane said: “It’s a real honour to feature in such a unique piece of artwork at TOCA Social and I really hope it inspires people and leaves them feeling motivated to follow their dreams and have a go at playing TOCA or a game of football outdoors, and perhaps going all the way to the top.”
The artwork was hand painted and took the team of seven designers and artists three days to complete.
The venue said it hopes young football fans visiting the venue to see the mural will be inspired to have a go at following in their footsteps.
England captain Leah Williamson who led her side to their first ever European title this July, added: “I’d like to thank MurWalls, TOCA Social and everyone involved for making this mural happen.
“Leading by example and being a communicator are just a few of the elements needed to be a good leader, and I hope this sends a message to young players that anything is possible.”
TOCA Social – which recently announced Harry Kane as an investor in the business – hopes to be one of the top places for watching the World Cup this winter.
Bookings can be made now at www.toca.social.
Pictured top: Men’s England football captain Harry Kane unveils mural of himself at TOCA Social (Picture: TOCA Social/Jack Williams)